Social Worker
Company: Interim Healthcare of Montgomery & Robertson C
Location: Clarksville
Posted on: February 25, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Social Worker (with
Community Outreach Responsibilities) Location: Clarksville TN
Employment Type: Part-Time with opportunity for Full-Time
Department: Hospice / Palliative Care Reports To: Clinical Director
/ Hospice Manager Position Summary Medical Social Worker provides
emotional support, counseling, resource coordination, and advocacy
for patients and families throughout the end-of-life journey. In
addition, this role includes conducting outreach in the community
to raise awareness about hospice services, strengthen referral
relationships, and expand access to care. Key Responsibilities
Clinical Social Work Functions: Conduct comprehensive psychosocial
assessments for hospice patients and families. Develop and
implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the
interdisciplinary team. Provide counseling for anticipatory grief,
coping, advance care planning, and end-of-life decision-making.
Educate patients and families about hospice philosophy, services,
and care processes. Facilitate access to community resources,
financial assistance, home-care supports, and bereavement services.
Participate actively in interdisciplinary team meetings and
contribute to care planning. Provide crisis intervention and
emotional support during periods of distress. Assist families with
post-death planning, funeral coordination, and follow-up
bereavement support. Maintain accurate, timely documentation that
meets regulatory and organizational standards. Community Outreach &
Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with
community partners, such as senior centers, faith-based
organizations, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and social
service agencies. Conduct outreach presentations, workshops, and
educational sessions to increase community understanding of hospice
and palliative care. Participate in local events, resource fairs,
and community programs to promote awareness of services. Identify
unmet community needs and collaborate with the leadership team to
enhance access to care. Serve as a compassionate ambassador for the
organization within the community. Qualifications Required:
Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
Minimum of 1–3 years of hospice or palliative care experience.
Current state licensure (LMSW, LCSW, LSW, or equivalent).
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and conduct community
outreach or education. Strong communication, public speaking, and
interpersonal skills. Knowledge of end-of-life care, grief support,
cultural competency, and family systems. Valid driver’s license and
reliable transportation Prior experience in community engagement,
outreach, or healthcare education.
Keywords: Interim Healthcare of Montgomery & Robertson C, Franklin , Social Worker, Social Services , Clarksville, Tennessee
